Archive: 7 February 2003
74 articles found
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Reforming the RI educational system
Reforming the RI educational system Werner Kiby, Entrepreneur, Bali In an increasingly globalized world, Indonesian students and workers must meet international levels of education and labor skills. Even international schools around Indonesia seem to lack consideration that students must improve their knowledge in a world which is more and more dominated by information technologies, multilingual communication and international cooperation. Yet the situation is far worse for Indonesians.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. FLOOD: 50 pt, 2 cols, 4 x 12
1. FLOOD: 50 pt, 2 cols, 4 x 12 Officials blamed for not issuing flood warning or City officials blamed for not alerting people over floods 2. MODAL: 28 pt, 3 cols, 1 x 32 Jakarta eyes Rp 34T investment 3. SPEAK: 28 pt, 2 cols, 2 x 16 "We have no other choice, but to stay"
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Crewman of Chinese boat dies
Crewman of Chinese boat dies JAKARTA: A crewman on a Chinese fishing boat was killed when a naval ship opened fire on it off the Papua province on Wednesday, a Navy spokesman said on Thursday. The Navy tried to board the Lau Shin Huan on Wednesday for illegally fishing in Indonesian waters. However, the boat sped away ignoring four warning shots, said First Adm. Sugeng Waluyo. The boat, laden with 30 tons of fish, was fired on near the island of Dolak on the south coast of Papua.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Government to go ahead with dividing of Papua
Government to go ahead with dividing of Papua Fabiola Desy Unidjaja and Nethy Dhara Somba, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Jayapura Despite strong objections from Papuan officials and religious leaders, the government will go ahead with its decision to divide Papua province into three smaller provinces in an effort to speed up the development program in the country's easternmost region.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Agribusiness scam hits Lampung, Rp 300b lost
Agribusiness scam hits Lampung, Rp 300b lost Oyos Saroso H.N., The Jakarta Post, Bandarlampung, Lampung A huge scam similar to that involving private agribusiness company PT Qurnia Subur Alam Raya (QSAR) in the West Java town of Sukabumi has hit Lampung province. More than 100 people in Lampung have complained of losing a total of about Rp 300 billion which they had invested in private agribusiness company PT Citrafarm Usaha Mandiri Bersama (CUMB).
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Malaysia to deport illegal workers
Malaysia to deport illegal workers JAKARTA: Malaysia reiterated on Thursday that it would soon deport illegal Indonesian workers, despite pleas for a gradual deportation by Indonesia. Malaysian Ambassador to Indonesia Dato' Mohammad Rastam Isa said here on Thursday that it was the immigration law of Malaysia that all illegal migrants should be deported.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
JP/13/WB
JP/13/WB WB urges speedier legal and governance reforms The Jakarta Post Jakarta World Bank country director Andrew Steer said on Tuesday it was now time for the Indonesian government to take the political resolve it had demonstrated in its sound macroeconomic management and its prompt response to the terrorist bomb attack on Bali, and focus on improving the investment climate, reforming the legal system and developing good governance.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Stock prices on The Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Feb.6, 2003:
Stock prices on The Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Feb.6, 2003: ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Shares Close Change Trading Volume ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Alfindo Tbk 575 0 0 Adindo Foresta 50 0 0 AGIS Tbk 45 0 95,500 Akbar Indo Makmur 180 0 0 Alakasa Industrindo 105 0 0 Alfa Retailindo Tbk 750 0 0 Alter Abadi Tbk 10 0 0 Alumindo Light 155 0 0 Andhi Chandra...
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
SriLankan Airlines is pleased to be of service to Indonesia and
SriLankan Airlines is pleased to be of service to Indonesia and has been a longstanding member of the Jakarta community. Our operating schedule has changed over the years but in the year 2000 we took a conscious decision to increase our presence and added 50% more capacity with the introduction of our 3rd weekly flight. To further meet the needs of our customers, one flight operates to Colombo via Singapore while the other two fly direct from Jakarta to Colombo.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Occupancy rate of shopping centers down
Occupancy rate of shopping centers down Sari P. Setiogi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The occupancy rate for shopping centers in the Greater Jakarta area declined in the forth quarter of 2002, as the market showed some signs of oversupply, consultancy firm PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) said on Thursday. The decline might also signal that consumer spending, which has been the main engine of economic growth over the past several years, is slowing, it said.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
S'pore police continue to quiz JI suspect
S'pore police continue to quiz JI suspect BATAM, Riau: A Singaporean police team is still questioning Mas Slamet Kastari, believed to be the head of Jamaah Islamiyah (JI) in Singapore, the Tanjung Pinang Police chief said on Thursday. "The 10-member team arrived in Tanjung Pinang on Wednesday and is still questioning the suspect," Adj. Sr. Comr. J. Kwartanto said. But he could not say whether Mas Selamat was involved in the Oct. 12 bombing in Bali, which killed more than 190 people.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Some of the facilities and souvenirs in the Sleman regency that
Some of the facilities and souvenirs in the Sleman regency that make your MICE most memorable: star-rated hotels, sophisticated meeting rooms and unique traditional handicrafts.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Orthodox 'pesantren' evolves to modern school
Orthodox 'pesantren' evolves to modern school Damar Harsanto and Sri Wahyuni, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Pesantren, Indonesia's Islamic boarding schools, have been under the spotlight since a recent string of terrorist attacks in the country. The Jakarta Post reporters Sri Wahyuni and Damar Harsanto visited a number of pesantren in East Java for a firsthand account of pesantren, Islamic education and terrorism. Additional reports can be found on the following page.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Sleman regency: A world-class site for MICE
Sleman regency: A world-class site for MICE With more and more local companies and multinational corporations requiring Meeting Incentive Convention and Exhibition (MICE) facilities, a number of holiday destinations are going out of their way to meet the needs of these companies. Yogyakarta is one Indonesian city that is extremely suitable for MICE. Besides its rich cultural heritage and scenic panoramas, it also boasts all the high-quality facilities required for MICE.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
U.S. seeks Indonesian's understanding of its war plans
U.S. seeks Indonesian's understanding of its war plans The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The United States appealed on Thursday for Indonesia's "understanding" if it indeed embarked on a course of military action in Iraq to disarm Saddam Hussein's regime of its weapons of mass destruction, as ordered by the United Nations. U.S. Ambassador to Indonesia Ralph L.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Indonesian Islamic boarding schools shun violence: Hasyim
Indonesian Islamic boarding schools shun violence: Hasyim Pesantren, or Islamic boarding schools, have been under the spotlight since the arrest of a number of suspects in the Bali and Makassar bombings with links to pesantren life. Some critics and observers have accused the pesantren of sowing the seeds of terrorism by preaching radicalism. So how has the issue of terrorism tarnished the image of the pesantren?
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. SCHOOL: 1 LINE, 38 COUNTS
1. SCHOOL: 1 LINE, 38 COUNTS Orthodox 'pesantren' evolves to modern school 2. MONEY: 1 LINE, 35 COUNTS 'Pesantren' struggle to survive financial crux 3. HASYIM: 1 LINE, 45 COUNTS Indonesian Islamic boarding schools shun violence: Hasyim
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Official warns against the use of pirated software
Official warns against the use of pirated software M. Taufiqurrahman, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta As the enactment date for the law on software piracy draws closer, the government warned consumers and the business community on Thursday against using or selling pirated computer software.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Police recapture drug suspects
Police recapture drug suspects JAKARTA: Police recaptured on Thursday three suspects released previously by the Tangerang District Court, which concluded in a pretrial hearing that their case files did not contain enough information to continue trial. Head of the drugs and addictive substances unit of the city police narcotics division, Comr.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Islam in Madura and the tradition of violence
Islam in Madura and the tradition of violence Abdur Rozaki, Contributor, Madura Island, East Java Islam in Indonesia is deeply rooted in local communities and it is therefore impossible to find a common interpretation of the religion in this country of diverse ethnic groups. There are many Muslim communities, each with its own character.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. Don't trust the information
1. Don't trust the information 1 X 38 Don't swallow bait of U.S. intelligence Ronan Bennett and Alice Perman Guardian News Service London 2. Kirby -- What's wrong with the school and education system in Indonesia? 1 X 35 Reforming the RI educational system Werner Kiby Entrepreneur Bali 3. Seth -- Iraq divides Australia 1 X 35 Few Australians keen on Iraqi war S.P. Seth Freelance Writer Sydney SushilPSeth@aol.com
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia braced for hard game against Uzbekistan
Indonesia braced for hard game against Uzbekistan Musthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia's Davis Cup squad faces an uphill task in its away tie against Uzbekistan in first-round play in Group 1 of the Asia/Oceania Zone, which begins on Friday. "It will be a difficult game for the Indonesians. The Uzbeks have the upper hand over us in every area," Benny Mailili, a tennis columnist, told The Jakarta Post here on Thursday.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Articles on 'no-voting' questioned
Articles on 'no-voting' questioned JAKARTA: Analysts and politicians rejected on Thursday the inclusion of articles on criminalizing campaigners not exercising voting rights, in the election bill currently being debated by the House. Syamsuddin Haris of the Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI) and Tomi Legowo of the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) called for a clear definition of campaigners.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
'Central govt not serious about forestry management'
'Central govt not serious about forestry management' Yuli Tri Suwarni, The Jakarta Post, Bandung, West Java West Java administration officials and politicians lambasted the central government's dualistic policy on forest management, saying the central government was not serious in implementing regional autonomy.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Senior councillor held in graft case in Padang
Senior councillor held in graft case in Padang Kasparman, The Jakarta Post, Padang, West Sumatra A deputy speaker of the West Sumatra legislative council, Masfar Rasyid, has been detained as a suspect on charges of corruption and abuse of power. The councillor, who represents the United Development Party (PPP), was taken to the Muara Padang prison by local prosecutors on Wednesday evening.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Arming of civil servants slammed
Arming of civil servants slammed Apriadi Gunawan, The Jakarta Post, Medan, North Sumatra The Medan administration in North Sumatra drew strong protests on Thursday for equipping its city public order officers with guns, while on duty. The Medan-based Legal Aid Institute (LBH) urged the local government to reverse the policy as it would create a "new arrogance" among civil servants.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
S. Arabia warns haj trouble makers
S. Arabia warns haj trouble makers SAUDI ARABIA: Riyadh has warned it will not tolerate any trouble makers at the haj pilgrimage which falls this year amid heightened tension over a looming U.S.-led war against Iraq. Interior Minister Prince Nayef bin Abdul Aziz admitted that security had been beefed up this year in light of regional tension over Iraq, in U.S. sights once again for its alleged possession and development of banned weapons of mass destruction.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Caption for photo (Sleman advertorial)
Caption for photo (Sleman advertorial) Some of the facilities and souvenirs in the Sleman regency that make your meetings incentives conferences events (MICE) most memorable: star-rated hotels, sophisticated meeting rooms and unique traditional handicrafts.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Expert finds irregularities in PLN's costs
Expert finds irregularities in PLN's costs A'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A noted expert called on Thursday on state electricity company PT PLN to cancel its plan to keep increasing power prices to the level of 7 U.S. cents per kilowatt-hour by 2005, saying the price target was too high. The target could be lowered, should PLN be willing to improve its efficiency, said professor of industrial technology at private Trisakti University Dadan Umar Daihani.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Watchdogs call for standard financial report
Watchdogs call for standard financial report Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian Corruption Watch (ICW) and Transparency International Indonesia (TII) urged the House of Representatives (DPR) on Wednesday to include in the election bill an article that would require political parties to follow a standardized financial report format. They argued that the lack of a standardized financial report would create unnecessary difficulties for public auditors carrying out their tasks.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
WFP aid arrives in Banda Aceh
WFP aid arrives in Banda Aceh BANDA ACEH, Aceh: Some 10,000 tons of rice from the United Nations World Food Program (WFP) arrived here and will soon be distributed to victims of the 26-year separatist struggle in Aceh. "Yesterday (Wednesday), I met with WFP director Muhammad Solihin and he told me that his visit to Aceh is aimed at distributing the assistance to local people," Aceh Governor Abdullah Puteh said on Thursday.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
RI caught between Egypt and Australia
RI caught between Egypt and Australia Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The local legal system does not allow Indonesia to extradite to Australia an Egyptian charged by the neighboring country with people-smuggling, says Indonesian justice minister. Minister of Justice and Human Rights Yusril Ihza Mahendra said on Thursday the extradition treaty between Indonesia and Australia did not cover people-smuggling, the charge leveled at Moataz Attia Mohamed Hassan alias Abu Quassey.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Garuda pilots threaten to strike again
Garuda pilots threaten to strike again Arya Abhiseka, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Once again, Garuda Indonesia assured the public that it would operate as normal next week, despite a new strike threat made by its pilots after both sides failed to reach an agreement on a pay dispute. The pilots have threatened to go on strike next Tuesday and vowed to continue the action until the airline's management bowed to their demand for a pay hike.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
The collapse of a school building
The collapse of a school building A 35-year-old elementary school building in Kwitang, Central Jakarta partially collapsed last week, despite renovation work in 1995. No fatalities were reported as the tragedy took place at night. The school principal had actually seen signs of impending ruin as almost all the brick walls were cracked and all the wooden parts decayed.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
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;JP;sps; ANPAf..r.. Rupiah-conversion-rates Rupiah Rates Feb.6 JP/13/Conver Rupiah Rates Feb.6 Bank notes rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Rp Rp Rp Rp Australian dollar 1 5,526.56 4,932.88 5,257.75 5,201.46 Brunei dollar 1 5,382.98 4,806.04 5,121.15 5,067.71 Canadian dollar 1 6,164.11 5,502.99 5,864.29 5,802.62 Swiss franc 1 6,892.88 6,155.37 6,557.61 6,490.52 Danish krone 1 1,359.66 1,214.35 1,293.53 1,280.47 Euro 1 10,110.94 9,028.25 9,619.14 9,519.82 Poundsterling 1 15,385.31...
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
49 Filipino fishermen deported
49 Filipino fishermen deported MANADO, North Sulawesi: The North Sulawesi immigration office deported on Thursday 49 Filipino fishermen from Samratulangi Airport in Manado. Manado immigration official Doddy Soesiolo said on Thursday that the fishermen were apprehended on Jan. 27 for entering Indonesian waters illegally. Doddy said that all deportation fees had been shouldered by the Filipino government through its Consulate General in Manado.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Pesantren, Indonesia's Islamic boarding schools, have been under
Pesantren, Indonesia's Islamic boarding schools, have been under the spotlight since a recent string of terrorist attacks in the country. The Jakarta Post reporters Sri Wahyuni and Damar Harsanto visited a number of pesantren in East Java for a firsthand account of pesantren, Islamic education and terrorism. Additional reports can be found on the following page.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Wildlife smuggling
Wildlife smuggling From Media Indonesia In connection with the foiled attempt to smuggled out hundreds of protected animals through Jakarta's Soekarto-Hatta airport, ProFauna Indonesia, an independent wildlife protection organization, wishes to convey the following statement: * The recent smuggling case reflects the rampant illegal trade in wildlife, the extent of which has not been fully uncovered.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Baby crocodile caught in Matraman
Baby crocodile caught in Matraman Agus, a resident of Matraman Dalam III neighborhood unit in Matraman, Central Jakarta, shows off a 1.4 meter baby crocodile (photo above) caught from the nearby Ciliwung River. Witnesses said that the baby crocodile was one of three baby crocodiles floating on the Ciliwung river on Monday. Matraman residents are still on the lookout for other crocodiles, fearing for their safety.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
'Govt's election model needs modification'
'Govt's election model needs modification' Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The electoral system outlined by the government is considered the most applicable for the 2004 elections, although modifications are needed to enable voters to clearly understand the new scheme, experts say.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Akbar installs 13 legislators
Akbar installs 13 legislators JAKARTA: Defying a ruling from the State Administrative Court (PTUN) to delay the inauguration, House Speaker Akbar Tandjung installed on Thursday 13 House members as part of the so-called interim replacement. Speaking after the ceremony, Akbar said that he insisted on officiating at the ceremony for the 13 politicians, because he had not yet received a copy of the ruling. He said that the ruling was submitted to the President, not to his office.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
'Pesantren' struggles to survive financial crux
'Pesantren' struggles to survive financial crux Damar Harsanto and Sri Wahyuni, The Jakarta Post, Gresik, East Java Pesantren (Islamic boarding schools) have from the very beginning primarily performed a religious mission, which is to disseminate Islam through education, with little thought of financial gain. Most schools rely on local residents for their daily needs. In some cases, people also donate land and buildings to the schools.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. AVVER: 1 LINE, 35 COUNS
1. AVVER: 1 LINE, 35 COUNS E. Java youths promote religious tolerance 2. VIOLENCE: 1 LINE, 45 COUNTS Islam in Madura and the tradition of violence
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta: Friday, Pebruari 7, 2003
Where to go in Jakarta: Friday, Pebruari 7, 2003 Exhibitions * Painting, Donated Prize Winning Paintings by children in aid of Downsyndrome fund, 100 percent proceeds to charity, at Gallery Cafe Linggar, Jl. Kemang Timur No. 36, South Jakarta, (Tel. 021- 71790008), until Feb. 20, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.. * Photo, Contemporary Japanese Architecture, Galeri Mini, The Japan Foundation, Summitmas 1, 2nd, Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 61-62 Jakarta, (Tel. 021-5201266), until Feb. 28, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Ria Latifa banks on common sense
Ria Latifa banks on common sense Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Legislator Dwi Ria Latifa was nobody until September last year when she initiated a motion of no-confidence in House Speaker Akbar Tandjung who had been convicted of misusing Rp 40 billion belonging to the State Logistics Agency (Bulog). Her call for Akbar to relinquish the respected post was brave when most of her fellow legislators remained silent. Ria Latifa even took a move legislators were reluctant to do.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Foreign policy initiatives strengthen appeal for peace
Foreign policy initiatives strengthen appeal for peace Bantarto Bandoro, Editor, 'The Indonesian Quarterly', Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Jakarta, bandoro@csis.or.id Changes in Indonesia's external environment do stimulate changes in our foreign policy, though the connection between the rapidly changing environment and the direction, content and, perhaps, mechanisms of our foreign policy changes are complex and often not clearly visible.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
More inspection, not war, should follow U.S. report: RI
More inspection, not war, should follow U.S. report: RI The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Fresh suspicions fanned by a United States report over Iraq's alleged hidden weapons of mass destruction should be used as case for intensified United Nations inspections, not war, Indonesia said on Thursday. Minister of Foreign Affairs Hassan Wirayuda refused to call U.S. State Secretary Colin Powell's report on Iraq a smoking gun that justified war.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Officials blamed for not issuing flood warning
Officials blamed for not issuing flood warning The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Floodwaters, which had inundated the city for the past two days, receded on Thursday while Governor Sutiyoso held the first flood meeting, during which he blamed the city officials concerned for their failure to give early warnings to residents. The flooding, caused by heavy rains since Tuesday and the overflowing Ciliwung River, which reached a depth of 100 centimeters, receded at about 10 a.m.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
rta. The presence of Dome has won the heart of caf enthusiasts as it offers 100 percent Arabica coffee in a cozy, relaxing and
rta. The presence of Dome has won the heart of caf enthusiasts as it offers 100 percent Arabica coffee in a cozy, relaxing and comfortable atmosphere. The growing interest among young executives in having coffee, lunch or dinner at Dome has prompted the management to set up other outlets in Jakarta and beyond. Dome outlets in Jakarta can be easily found in Plaza Indonesia and Townsquare Cilandak. Two others in Mall Kelapa Gading III and Block M Plaza will soon be operated in early this year.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
House closer to approving labor bill
House closer to approving labor bill Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The House special committee in charge of deliberating the labor bill has reached an agreement on crucial issues including the recognition of the right of workers to strike, the existence of temporary workers and sabbatical leave.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Stock prices on The Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Feb.6, 2003:
Stock prices on The Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Feb.6, 2003: ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Shares Close Change Trading Volume ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Alfindo Tbk 575 0 0 Adindo Foresta 50 0 0 AGIS Tbk 45 0 95,500 Akbar Indo Makmur 180 0 0 Alakasa Industrindo 105 0 0 Alfa Retailindo Tbk 750 0 0 Alter Abadi Tbk 10 0 0 Alumindo Light 155 0 0 Andhi Chandra...
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
RI's life expectancy lowest in ASEAN
RI's life expectancy lowest in ASEAN JAKARTA: Indonesia's life expectancy rated the lowest among members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), as most Indonesians could not afford medical services, an official at the Ministry of Health said here Thursday.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Governor and
Governor and the council From Warta Kota In the last few weeks, I have carefully followed reports about "the benefits" that Governor Sutiyoso and members of the Jakarta City Council enjoy. Sutiyoso has even promised to give up all of the facilities he enjoys. Hopefully this was a sincere promise and not an empty one made simply to increase his popularity in the media. Of course, his promise received a response, as this paper has reported, from Jakarta residents.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
IBRA launches Rp 76t bad loan sale
IBRA launches Rp 76t bad loan sale Dow Jones, Jakarta The Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency, or IBRA, has opened bidding for its sale of bad loans worth a nominal Rp 76 trillion (about US$830 million), which it took over from the banking system after the 1997-98 Asian financial crisis IBRA said in a statement on Thursday it will announce the winner of the auction in April. The state agency said it will set a floor price for the debt sales, but gave no further details.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Angkasa Pura II intensifies efforts towards privatization
Angkasa Pura II intensifies efforts towards privatization The Jakarta Post, Jakarta State-owned airport operator PT Angkasa Pura II expects to spin off the Soekarno-Hatta international airport by the end of this month to clear the way for the privatization of the country's largest airport.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
b]Boxer dies after being KO-ed: Yohanes Franciscus, knocked
b]Boxer dies after being KO-ed: Yohanes Franciscus, knocked unconscious in a nontitle junior flyweight boxing bout on Tuesday, died on Thursday at 6.55 p.m. at Graha Medica hospital, according to Antara. The 19-year-old from the Bandung Boxing Camp was knocked out by Slamet Nizar in the seventh round of the eight-round fight. He did not recover consciousness and died from a cerebral hemorrhage. -- JP
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
WiKa to issue Rp200b in bond
WiKa to issue Rp200b in bond JAKARTA: Indonesia's state-owned construction company PT Wijaya Karya, or Wika, will issue up to Rp 200 billion in bonds, the Surabaya Stock Exchange said Thursday. Wika will use 50 percent of the proceeds as working capital, 40 percent to help refinance maturing bonds, and 10 percent for business development, the exchange said in a statement. Wika signed an agreement with the exchange Wednesday to list the bonds there.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Int'l rights group appeals for leniency for men death row
Int'l rights group appeals for leniency for men death row The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Human rights group Amnesty International appealed on Thursday to the Indonesian government to spare the lives of six men on death row. Later in the day, the Attorney General's Office revealed the the identities of the six death penalty convicts, comprising one drug dealer and five murderers. Appeals for a presidential pardon for the six convicts have been rejected.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Jakarta eyes Rp 34t investment
Jakarta eyes Rp 34t investment Novan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Despite failing to reach its target for approved investment last year, the Jakarta administration is optimistic that greater approved investment will be obtained this year. Last year, Jakarta set a target of Rp 28.16 trillion (US$3.1 billion) of investment but could only reach 60 percent to 70 percent of the target with a projected economic growth of 4.62 percent.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
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1 x 32 Arming of Medan civil servants slammed JP/5/padang 2 x 21 Senior councillor held in graft case in Padang JP/5/Hutan 2 x 23 'Central govt not serious about forestry management' JP/5/cumb 2 x 21 Agribusiness scam hits Lampung, Rp300b lost
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Govt to introduce stimulus for component makers
Govt to introduce stimulus for component makers Rendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Tangerang The government is considering introducing another stimulus package this year to lure foreign component makers into the country to support the development of the country's manufacturing industries, such as the electronics and automotive industries. Minister of Industry and Trade Rini M.S.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
ADVERTORIAL: SUNDAY - FOCUS
ADVERTORIAL: SUNDAY - FOCUS Dome's earlier presence in Indonesia started when it established an outlet in Ratu Plaza, South Jakarta, in 2000. The presence of Dome has won the hearts of cafe enthusiasts as it offers 100 percent Arabica coffee and gourmet food in a cozy, relaxing and comfortable atmosphere. The growing interest among yuppies in having coffee, lunch or diner at Dome prompted the management to set up other outlets in Jakarta and beyond to serve increasing numbers of Dome customers.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Campaigns for Papua: Myriad concerns, issues
Campaigns for Papua: Myriad concerns, issues Neles Tebay, The Jakarta Post, Pontifical University of Urbaniana, Rome It is important to launch a diplomatic approach to the governments of the foreign countries for defending the territorial integrity of Indonesia, including Papua. However, the Indonesian government should not underestimate the Papua campaign launched by either national or international organizations in foreign countries.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
* Headlines: Govt to go ahead with plan to divide Papua2
* Headlines: Govt to go ahead with plan to divide Papua2 * National:Three students injured in clash with police 4 * Archipelago: Arming of Medan civil servants slammed 5 * Opinion:Reforming the RI educational system7 * City: Officials blamed for not issuing flood warning8 * Sports: Fowler takes lead in Tour Championship9 * World: Pyongyang threatens to strike first on U.S troops11 * Business:Expert finds irregularities in PLN's costs13 * Special Report: 'Pesantren' evolves to modern school17 *...
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
City to use 700 animal inspectors
City to use 700 animal inspectors JAKARTA: The City Husbandry, Fisheries and Maritime Affairs Agency will deploy 700 inspectors to ensure that cattle to be slaughtered during the upcoming Idul Adha holiday are clean and disease-free. The Islamic Idul Adha observance requires the sacrifice of livestock, such as bulls, cows, sheep or goats, with the meat distributed to the poor. Agency head M.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
E. Java youths promote religious tolerance
E. Java youths promote religious tolerance Damar Harsanto and Sri Wahyuni, The Jakarta Post, Malang, East Java Its image tainted by the suspected involvement of radical youths in the deadly Bali and Makassar bombings last year, Islam in Indonesia may take consolation in some Muslim youths who have proven themselves to be highly motivated and zealous about creating a more pluralistic and peaceful Indonesia.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Woman faces 15 years for fish bombs
Woman faces 15 years for fish bombs BANDARLAMPUNG, Lampung: A 45-year old woman, Hamidah, has been charged with assembling bombs that were to be used for fishing and could face 15 years in prison if found guilty. Prosecutor Rukiyah told the Tanjung Karang District Court on Thursday that the defendant was guilty of violating Emergency Law No. 12/1951 on the possession of explosives.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Indonesians' life expectancy among lowest in Southeast Asia
Indonesians' life expectancy among lowest in Southeast Asia Indonesians' life expectancy is among the lowest in Southeast Asia because most cannot afford medical services, a health ministry official said Thursday. "The life expectancy rate of Indonesians is 65 years, Bruneians 76, Singaporeans 77, Malaysians 72, Thais 72, Filipinos 69 and Vietnamese 68," said the director-general for public health development, Azrul Azwar.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Message from Country Manager
Message from Country Manager SriLankan Airlines is pleased to be of service to Indonesia and has been a longstanding member of the Jakarta community. Our operating schedule has changed over the years but in the year 2000 we took a conscious decision to increase our presence and added 50% more capacity with the introduction of our 3rd weekly flight. To further meet the needs of our customers, one flight operates to Colombo via Singapore while the other two fly direct from Jakarta to Colombo.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. Neles -- Glancing at the Papuan supporting groups in foreign
1. Neles -- Glancing at the Papuan supporting groups in foreign countries 2 X 23 Campaigns for Papua: Myriad concerns, issues Neles Tebay Pontifical University of Urbaniana Rome 2. Dawn2 -- Joining hands across borders 1 X 30 Bridging borders to stop war Zubeida Mustafa The Dawn Karachi
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
UNHCR clarifies
UNHCR clarifies The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Regional Office in Jakarta would like to clarify a number of inaccuracies published in The Jakarta Post on Jan. 29 and Jan. 31 on the role of UNHCR regarding Iraqi asylum seekers in Indonesia. First, the banners held by the protesters stated that the group protesting are refugees.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Petrokimia crashes at home to PSM
Petrokimia crashes at home to PSM The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Defending champ Petrokimia Gresik lost 2-1 at home to PSM Makassar in their Indonesian soccer league match in Gresik, East Java, on Thursday. Brazilian Rodrigo Santos put the home side in front in the 25th minute, but PSM responded three minutes later with a goal from Christian Gonzales. Then seven minutes later Ortisan Salosa found the back of the net for what would prove to be the winning goal for PSM, Antara reported.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
'We have no other choice, but to stay'
'We have no other choice, but to stay' The National Meteorology and Geophysics Agency (BMG) has forecasted that heavy rains will pour down on the city until Feb. 25. Massive flooding, like last year's, might hit the city again, it said. However, the City Governor has merely advised residents to brace themselves for the floods. The Jakarta Post talked to residents living in flood-prone areas on the issue. Tabroni, 55, is a neighborhood unit chief in Cipulir subdistrict, South Jakarta.
Fri, 07 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Three students wounded in clash near Mega's house
Three students wounded in clash near Mega's house Zakki Hakim, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Three students were injured when thousands of student protesters clashed with police about 300 meters away from President Megawati Soekarnoputri's official residence on Jl. Teuku Umar in Menteng, Central Jakarta, on Thursday.